After Molloy reiterated the details of the law, Graham responded saying, “I was reckless with extreme disregard.”

Molloy also asked Graham to explain the text messages that she sent about dance moves immediately after she pushed Johnson to his death.

“That was my way of trying to calm myself down and not show anyone that I was scared,” Graham said.

Graham will be sentence on March 27, 2014. Molloy said that Graham will be sentenced to an estimated 235 to 295 months. That could be lengthened or lessened based on conduct and further interviews. Since this is a federal case, parole is not an option.

“You are agreeing to two things," Molloy said. "Number one, you’re giving up a right to have a jury to decide your fate. Number two, you’re giving up your claim to double jeopardy.”

By accepting the plea deal, Graham will not be charged with first degree murder, or with lying to authorities about the death of Johnson.

Graham was stoic as court adjourned and was remanded to the custody of U.S. Marshals. Graham's mother and brother exited out the side courtroom door following her confession. Johnson's mother was in tears holding a friend's hand for support as she exited out the main door.

The defense rested as of 11 a.m. Thursday morning. Closing arguments were set to begin at 12:15 p.m. and the jury was expected to begin deliberation later this afternoon. However, instead it was announced that Graham would take a plea deal.